Leipzig's stadium surroundings: redesign with hurdles
Leipzig is planning a comprehensive redesign of the area surrounding the stadium. The central point of contention remains the relocation of the traditional small trade fair.
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Leipzig City Council halts increase in daycare fees for parents
Leipzig City Council has rejected the proposal to increase daycare fees. Families can breathe a sigh of relief, but the city now faces financial challenges.
Leipzig and Yerevan: start of a joint cultural year
Leipzig and Yerevan are launching a joint year of culture to promote art and education. The agreement was signed in Yerevan.
S&P Group acquires Leipzig streetcar station with big plans
The S&P Group is taking over the old streetcar station in Leipzig-Leutzsch and is planning the refurbishment of the historic site in line with its listed status as well as new buildings.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger wants to join the state parliament
Grimma's mayor Berger had long considered whether he should accept his seat in the state parliament. Now a decision has apparently been made.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger undecided about state parliament seat
Matthias Berger is a popular local politician. He won a direct mandate in the state elections as the leading candidate for the Free Voters. But he doubts whether working as a lone fighter makes sense.
Fan festivals in Leipzig draw crowds despite bad weather
The popularity of the fan festivals in Leipzig continues unabated, despite the bad weather. Mayor Heiko Rosenthal is satisfied with the interim results.
Association launches mentoring program for female mayors in Saxony
In Saxony, the association "Frauen aufs Podium" (Women on the podium) is launching a program to bring more women into the office of mayor.
Pirna's new mayor Tim Lochner sworn in
The new Lord Mayor Tim Lochner is officially sworn into office. He prevailed against the CDU and Free Voters.
Pirna's new mayor Tim Lochner officially in office
Non-party politician Tim Lochner was elected Lord Mayor of Pirna and officially takes office.
Leipzig school theater group in safety
A Leipzig student theater group is currently in Herzliya, Israel. All 15 young people are safe and well. Their return to Germany is under consideration. Leipzig's mayor condemns Hamas' major attack on Israel.